Oct 4, 2016
Ontario's Long Point, the world's longest freshwater sand spit, is threatened by an invasive plant, phragmites.
Striking Balance
Join us on a journey across Canada as we look at our nation's breathtaking biosphere reserves in this eight-part cinematic documentary series. We'll explore some of the amazing places that make up our 18 UNESCO-designated biosphere reserves and what makes them special, from geological, ecological, historical and cultural perspectives. Nearly two million people live in these reserves, and we'll meet the passionate residents on a quest to find a balance between economic prosperity and environmental protection. We'll also investigate the reserves as living laboratories by joining academics, citizen scientists and indigenous knowledge-keepers in their research to create a more sustainable future for both Canadians and the environments in which we live.
Season 1 Episodes
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Oct 11, 2016
British Columbia communities look to the past to learn how the environment, cultures and economies can thrive.
Oct 18, 2016
The old-growth forest and pristine lake of Quebec's Mont Saint-Hilaire are cherished by nearby communities.
Oct 25, 2016
On the Bras d'Or Lake in Cape Breton Island, oyster farming was seen as a sustainable alternative to working in coal and steel.
Nov 1, 2016
Residents struggle to mitigate the impact of cottagers and a new highway on the region's endangered species.
Nov 8, 2016
Students conduct social and scientific experiments at Redberry, a salt lake at the heart of a shrinking Saskatchewan community.
Nov 15, 2016
The Inner Bay of Fundy's population of Atlantic salmon is teetering on the edge of extinction, but people are determined to bring it back.
Nov 22, 2016
Grizzlies are increasingly protected in Alberta, challenging the ranchers of the Waterton Biosphere Reserve to find new ways to coexist with them.
Season 1 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did Striking Balance Season 1 premiere?
Striking Balance Season 1 premiered on October 4, 2016.
How many episodes are in Striking Balance Season 1?
Striking Balance Season 1 has 8 episodes.
What is the first episode of Striking Balance Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Long Point". It aired on October 4, 2016.
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